Atlanta Braves News

Key Dates to Pencil in For Braves 2026 Schedule

It’s time to start marking your calendars. Major League Baseball has released its 2026 regular-season schedule, and Atlanta Braves fans can start planning ahead.  Let’s take a look at what the key dates are to have on the calendar for next season.  Make note that Spring Training schedules haven’t been released yet.

Atlanta Braves Release 2026 Schedule

On Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves released their schedule for 2026. After starting the 2025 campaign on a brutal west coast road trip, featuring matchups with the Padres and Dodgers, the Braves will begin 2026 at Truist Park for the first time since 2022.

Braves rookie is quickly starting to earn his stripes

As the Braves evaluate their lineup moving forward, the middle infield is by far the most pressing concern. Nick Allen, as fantastic as he is defensively, cannot be starting everyday while hitting .221 with zero power to speak of.

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Braves legend Ron Washington recovering from quadruple bypass surgery

The entire baseball world was left on edge when Ron Washington announced he was stepping away indefinitely due to undisclosed health concerns. On Monday, the Angels manager addressed the media for the first time since late June, revealing he underwent quadruple bypass surgery.

Spencer Strider uses different approach to get back on track

August has been a better month for the Braves, especially for a few individuals, but it has not been so kind to Spencer Strider. Strider entered Monday night with a 15.43 ERA in the month over three starts, bloating his season ERA to north of 5.00.

Bryce Elder Lends Praise to Braves Pitching Prospect's Turnaround

Former Braves Coach Visits Angels, First Time Since Heart Surgery

Former Atlanta Braves coach Ron Washington made his long-awaited return to visit the Angels since he stepped away for medical reasons. It has been revealed that he stepped away due to a heart issue, and he underwent a quadruple bypass surgery on June 30.

Hurston Waldrep, Braves' rare bright spot, goes for another W

The last time the Atlanta Braves missed the playoffs, Ronald Acuna Jr. was 19 years old, starting that year with the Florida Fire Frogs of the high Class-A Florida State League.

Braves Spencer Strider Makes History During Strong Night in Miami

Spencer Strider finally pulled through with a big night, and he was rewarded with another milestone. This one makes history. According to the Atlanta Braves X (formerly Twitter) account, he is the fastest primary starter in history (by innings pitched) to reach 600 career strikeouts.

25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Braves 2025 first-round pick posts huge game on the farm

From high school baseball just a few months ago to the professional level, Braves 2025 first-round selection Tate Southisene made his debut with the organization last week and is coming off his first multi-hit performance on Sunday.

Braves Shut Down Pitching Prospect Due to Injury

The Atlanta Braves have shut down one of their prospects for the remainder of the season. No. 9 prospect in the system, Didier Fuentes, is done for the year due to right shoulder inflammation, per sources.  The injury is not considered to be serious.

ESPN’s Top 100 Prospects Features Two Braves

The Braves farm system has been ranked near the bottom of the league for several years now, which makes it that much more remarkable that they continue to pump out significant contributors from the prospect ranks each season.

Drake Baldwin continues to fall in Rookie of the Year race

This year’s Rookie of the Year race carries added weight for the Braves. If Drake Baldwin wins, the club secures an extra draft pick at the end of the first round thanks to the Prospect Promotion Incentive.

Another Braves offseason need has revealed itself in a big way

Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos has a ton of things to consider this offseason, but he should know standing pat and running things back is not an option. Some pretty severe changes have to be made if this club is going to get back to being a World Series contender in 2026.

Hurston Waldrep Might Finally Be the Real Deal

As the 2025 MLB season winds down, the Atlanta Braves’ disappointing year has become harder and harder to ignore. Entering this weekend’s series against the New York Mets, they sat at 58–69 despite a recent 11–3 surge.

This would be a huge mistake by the Atlanta Braves

A few developments over the second half of the season should give the Braves a lot more confidence in their rotation going into 2026. On the field, Hurston Waldrep looks like he’s turned the corner in a big way.

What Sale's Return, Outlook of Rotation Means to Braves

Chris Sale's return to the Atlanta Braves starting rotation is imminent. Manager Brian Snitker said after the game that he's likely going to pitch on Saturday on the road during the Phillies series.

Injury-plagued Braves try to turn around season in opener vs. Marlins

Since winning the World Series in 2021, the Atlanta Braves have not won a playoff series. Worse yet, this year's Braves are on pace to miss the postseason for the first time since 2017.

Braves place Aaron Bummer on IL, release Erick Fedde

The Atlanta Braves announced Sunday that veteran reliever Aaron Bummer has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation and veteran starter Erick Fedde has been released.

Braves’ John Smoltz drops ‘mind-blowing’ take about Bobby Cox’s rare appearance

The Atlanta Braves were once considered one of baseball’s most consistent franchises. Former manager Bobby Cox demanded toughness from his players. Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz recently credited him for boasting this same attribute.

Braves' Austin Riley undergoes season-ending core surgery

The Braves announced Thursday that third baseman Austin Riley has undergone core injury surgery, which will end his season.